Pharm: Respiratory Questions and Answers Latest Update

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Pharm: Respiratory Questions and Answers
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What are the indications for beta2 adrenergic agonists?

Albuterol, Salmeterol Ans: Asthma

COPD

What is the mode of action for beta2 adrenergic agonists?

Albuterol, Salmeterol Ans: Binds to beta2 receptors in lungs

What are the side effects of beta2 adrenergic agonists?

Albuterol, Salmeterol Ans: Anxiety

Tremors

Chest pain

Palpitations

What is the patient teaching for beta2 adrenergic agonists?

Albuterol, Salmeterol Ans: Albuterol is used for acute asthma attacks.

Salmeterol is for long-term management/prevention.

What are the indications for xanthine derivatives?



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Theophylline, Aminophylline Ans: Long-term asthma control

COPD

What is the mode of action for xanthine derivatives?

Theophylline, Aminophylline Ans: Increases cAMP

Bronchodilation

What are the side effects of xanthine derivatives?

Theophylline, Aminophylline Ans: Arrhythmias

Seizures

GI upset

Headache

Anxiety

What is the patient teaching for xanthine derivatives?

Theophylline, Aminophylline Ans: Patient must get regular blood draws to
monitor levels (10-20 mcg/mL)

What are the indications for anticholinergics?

Ipratropium, Tiotropium Ans: COPD

Rhinitis

Asthma

What is the mode of action for anticholinergics?


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